Dallas North Aquarium
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Rooted Plants
Amazon Sword
Scientific Name: Echinodorus amazonicus A classic, hardy background plant with broad, bright green leaves that can grow 12–20 inches tall. Excellent oxygenator and great for beginner planted tanks. Care: Medium to high light, nutrient-rich substrate recommended. Tolerates a wide range of water parameters. Sold as: Bare root — carefully rinsed and shipped with exposed roots, ready for immediate planting.
Vallisneria "Assorted"
Scientific Name: Vallisneria spiralis / Vallisneria americana / Vallisneria italica A mix of popular Vallisneria varieties including Corkscrew, Jungle, and Italian. These tall, grass-like plants create beautiful swaying movement in the background. Care: Low to medium light, thrives in nutrient-rich substrate. Very hardy and easy to grow. Sold as: Bare root — shipped with exposed roots and runners intact for quick establishment.
Water Sprite
Scientific Name: Ceratopteris thalictroides A fast-growing, feathery fern that can be planted in the substrate or floated. Excellent for hiding fry and reducing nitrates. Care: Low to high light. Very adaptable and fast-growing. Can be grown emersed or submerged. Sold as: Bare root — shipped with exposed roots, ready for planting or floating.
Banana Plant
Scientific Name: Nymphoides aquatica A unique plant that produces small “banana-shaped” tubers at the base. Features attractive round, floating or submerged leaves with ruffled edges. Care: Medium to high light. The banana-like tubers should rest on top of the substrate. Great for midground or foreground. Sold as: Bare root with tubers — shipped with exposed roots and banana tubers intact.
Red Tiger Lotus
Scientific Name: Nymphaea lotus 'Red Tiger' A stunning bulb plant with vibrant red-to-maroon leaves and striking patterns. One of the most beautiful centerpiece plants for larger tanks. Care: Medium to high light and nutrient-rich substrate. Allow the bulb to sit on top of the substrate (do not bury fully). Sold as: Bare root bulb — shipped as a dormant bulb with roots, ready to sprout new growth.
Vesuvius
Scientific Name: Echinodorus vesuvius A striking sword plant with narrow, twisted, ruffled leaves that resemble a volcanic eruption. Adds unique texture and height to the mid-to-background. Care: Medium to high light with good nutrients. CO2 supplementation recommended for best growth. Sold as: Bare root — shipped with exposed roots, ready to plant directly into your substrate.